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Hoover and Roy named to volleyball all-district team

October 22, 2020 Zac Oakes

Russell County Lakers seniors Evan Hoover and Kylee Roy were named to the 16th District All-District team at the conclusion of the 16th District Tournament this week. In regular season and district tournament play, Hoover […]

Laker Volleyball starts region play Monday

October 22, 2020 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers volleyball team will play Monday night at 8 p.m. in the opening round of the 4th Region Tournament. The Lakers will take on District 15 tournament winner Allen County Scottsville. The […]

Adding to the Banner: Lady Laker Volleyball team has sights set on district title going into this season

August 27, 2020 Zac Oakes

Russell County High School Lady Lakers Volleyball coach Faith Womack pulls no punches when talking about the goals she has for her team heading into a season unlike any other. “I think our main goal, […]

Community Conversation 8-17
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.
Community Conversation 8-12
Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.
Community Conversation 8-10
Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.
Community Conversation 8-6
Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.
Community Conversation 8-5
Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.